Apprentice Teaching Assistant (TA)
Djanogly City Academy
Nottingham (NG7 6ND)
Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 1 July 2026)
Posted on 18 June 2026
Contents
Summary
Djanogly City Academy are looking for a Teaching Assistant Apprentice to join their school. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to begin a career in education. As a Teaching Assistant you will be required to support the class teacher.
- Wage
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£15,392 to £24,454.04, depending on your age
National Minimum Wage
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)
This is a term‑time only position, therefore the advertised salary will be pro‑rated.
- Training course
- Teaching assistant (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday to Friday. Exact start and finish time to be confirmed at the interview. Term time only.
37 hours a week
- Start date
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Tuesday 1 September 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 months
- Positions available
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2
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
We are looking for a dedicated and supportive individual who is passionate about helping scholars succeed. The ideal candidate will be a strong team player, able to work collaboratively under the direction of the line manager, and committed to improving the quality of learning. You should have the ability to engage and motivate scholars, encourage independence in learning, and support positive behaviours. A proactive and flexible approach, along with a genuine commitment to raising achievement for all scholars, is essential.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the overall ethos of the Academy
- Be aware of and comply with all Academy policies and routines including those relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, copyright etc reporting all concerns to line manager
- Be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these policies and routines
- Be aware of and comply with all policies and routines
- Be aware of and support difference and ensure equal opportunities for all
- Contribute to the overall aims of the Academy
- Develop own professional skills
Support for the Scholar:
- Support and direct activities with either individuals or groups of scholars to enhance their learning, academic, physical, social and emotional
- Help with care, personal hygiene and medical needs of scholars contributing to their health and wellbeing.
- Support in the transition of scholars between key stages
- Establish and maintain good working relationships with individual scholars and groups
- Encourage acceptance and inclusion of all scholars
- Support groups of or individual scholars as directed during formal public or internal Academy examinations
- Assist scholars on educational visits, residential trips, transition, off site placements and recreational activities as appropriate
- By following advice and guidance around individual needs, develop an understanding of the specific needs of the scholars within the Academy community
- Liaise effectively with teachers/parents/carers as appropriate
- Be responsible for individual scholars as their keyworker, monitoring and updating ISPs, liaising with staff and implementing appropriate strategies, as appropriate
- Help with the writing and collation of ISPs/Review/Annual Review meetings
Support for the Teacher:
- Liaise with classroom teachers
- Create appropriate resources reflecting the various needs of scholars in lessons
- Support scholar/s across the class as agreed by the teacher
- Support with the collation of data for targeted scholars
- Implement learning programmes as directed by the class teacher – with individuals
- Monitor individual student’s needs and provide regular feedback to the teacher, line manager and parents
- Support the management of student behaviour under the direction of the teacher
Support for the Academy:
- Take responsibility for display and upkeep of designated areas in the school
- Maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and parents
- Maintain and safeguard the confidential nature of student/teacher/home issues
- Contribute to the maintenance of student safety and security, including break and lunchtime duties
- Attend meetings as appropriate
Where you'll work
Gregory Boulevard
Nottingham
NG7 6ND
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
Training course
Teaching assistant (level 3)
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What you'll learn
Course contents
- Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
- Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
- Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
- Adapt resources to support all learners.
- Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
- Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
- Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
- Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
- Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
- Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
- Apply methods of formative assessment.
- Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
- Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
- Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
- Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
- Provide feedback to learners.
- Apply strategies to support and encourage the development of independent learners.
- Adapt communication strategies for the audience and context.
- Apply behaviour management strategies in line with organisational policy.
- Adapt resources to support all learners.
- Communicate with teachers to ensure clarity of the TA’s role.
- Apply teaching strategies to deliver learning activities or interventions.
- Build relationships with learners, teachers, other professionals and stakeholders.
- Comply with legislation, guidance, and procedures for Prevent, safeguarding and health & safety.
- Support the well-being and mental health of learners.
- Observe, record, and report on learners in line with organisational procedures.
- Apply methods of formative assessment.
- Use up to date technology safely, to support learning.
- Encourage safe use of technology by learners.
- Adapt teaching strategies to support all learners (for example, scaffolding, open questioning).
- Identify and respond to pastoral and academic behaviours in learners.
- Provide feedback to learners.
Training schedule
Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship -
https://skillsengland.education.gov.uk/apprenticeships/st0454-v1-1
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
Passing an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
About this employer
Djanogly City Academy is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to inspiring and empowering every scholar it serves. Situated at the heart of Nottingham, the academy welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, celebrating individuality while fostering a shared passion for curiosity, creativity, and achievement. At Djanogly,
every pupil is valued and supported to grow academically and personally.
The academy’s ethos is built on high expectations, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence. Scholars are encouraged to be confident, resilient and compassionate citizens, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through engaging teaching, enriching experiences and strong partnerships with families and the wider community, Djanogly City Academy nurtures a culture where scholars are motivated to reach their full potential and make a positive contribution to society.
Our latest Ofsted inspection report recognises our many strengths and the strong progress being made across the school. Djanogly City Academy was judged Good across all areas, with its Sixth Form rated Outstanding.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab).
Potential opportunity for a permanent role within the company following successful completion of the apprenticeship.
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The contact for this apprenticeship is:
NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000037997.
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Closes in 13 days (Wednesday 1 July 2026)
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